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Just the other day we heard the announcement of the ViewSonic ViewPad 7 and we were really anxious to get our hands on it. Low and behold, we ran across it at IFA-2010. We must say, for a 7 inch 2.2 Android tablet that is said to cost £350 ($539) with 3G and Wi-Fi data access, this tablet looks very compelling when compared to its direct rival the Samsung Galaxy Tab.

The ViewPad is a solid feeling tablet, with a glossy back and metal band around the sides. On the the back sits a 3 megapixel camera along with the company’s logo, also there is a front camera for making those video conference calls. The capacitive touchscreen was reasonably responsive, and the screen looks very nice. ViewSonic said, that you will be able to use the tablet as a cellphone also, when a survey reported most people said they would like the functionality built into it.

Running the tablet is a 600MHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, which is a little low compared to the other tablets and phones we have been seeing, but pages loaded quickly and the games ran without any lag. ViewSonic has left Google’s Android OS alone without any skinning on top, and have not made any mention of whether 3.0 Gingerbread will be available to the device. It seems like we could have a winner here at the cheaper price point that the ViewPad has. This device is unlocked and not paired with any carrier, so let’s see if it stays that way.

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Who says the Streak is the only game in town if you want a 5-inch Android device? Well, no one, actually -- there are lots of generic options if you just want something with a 5-inch display running on Google juice -- but regardless, we had a chance to check out just such a device introduced at IFA this week, the so-called MX10 with Android 2.1 from South Korea's For You Digital. Our first impression on seeing the MX10 is that it's pretty stylish and doesn't give off the air of jankiness that you occasionally get with these off-brand MIDs; it's available in both black and white, and we especially liked the white which gets a matte silver ring around the edge (the black is paired with chrome, which obviously suffers from more fingerprint issues). There's no internal cellular connectivity (the "E" on the screen above seems to be a bug), but the device supports USB host mode, which means you can connect a USB modem from your carrier of choice when the 802.11b / g just doesn't cut it. Unfortunately, the MX10's Achilles' heel is its display, which we found to be exceptionally low-contrast -- putting it up against a Super AMOLED would be almost comical -- and resistive, which just isn't a good option for a platform as finger-friendly as Android is. If anything, this might make for a good media tank that you can use to carry around a bunch of movies, since it's available in internal capacities from 2GB up to 16GB and offers microSD expansion paired with HDMI-out (real HDMI, not micro) and 1080p capability. Check out some more shots (including more of the white) in the gallery.

Gallery: For You Digital MX10 5-inch Android MID hands-on

For You Digital MX10 5-inch Android MID hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 03 Sep 2010 06:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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E-reader that also has a browser

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E-reader that also has a browser

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Perhaps the worst, and least repairable, shortcoming of touchscreens is their failure to act as viable game controllers. Keyboard-equipped smartphones alleviate that pain a little (particularly if you pair them with a Game Gripper), but ultimately we'd all prefer real controllers for our real games. Such was clearly the thinking behind the homebrewed setup here, which combines an HTC EVO 4G -- with Android and an NES emulator inside -- with an Arduino board, a BlueSMiRF Bluetooth module, and a classic NES control pad. The result might look like a mess of wires, but who cares when you can rock Super Mario 3 the way Nintendo surely intended?

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Samsung has been hush-hush on pricing since the Galaxy Tab was announced this morning. Probably, because they are working with carriers to get it at subsidized pricing. This has not kept some stores online from putting it up for pre-order though. The pricing looks like it will be ranging from €699 ($890) to €799 ($1,020) in Europe.

In the UK, the retailer Expansys is taking pre-orders at £680 ($1,050). They are saying that the tablet will be available around the 11th of October, and we are thinking that pricing seems a little rich for our blood. It is a little more money than the iPad but, we are really thinking that Samsung is focusing on working with the carriers to get it at a cheaper rate. Anyways, we are still glad to see that it is being sold as a stand alone device and not just as a subsidized device. No mention on the US info yet but in due time we will know. If you would like to see the specifications they are listing about the tablet, hit up the gallery below.

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In 45 minutes we will be going LIVE with AGTN, otherwise known as "Android Guys Thursday Night" DROID-cast!

Join us tonight as we talk with Drew Ianni from APPNATION, we hear from Kyle the Droid Guy about the Galaxy Tab LIVE from Germany, we give away 6 Android Figurines, 5 Zooly cases and a partridge in a pear tree.  (that last one was a joke).

You can listen to us at www.blogtalkradio.com/androidguys, or you can use the player right here on the site.

We are looking forward to seeing you all there!  AGTN FTW!!!!!

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Just a quick announcement here. Not even a full month before it's probable launch, the Galaxy Tab has been rooted.  Super-user access and all.  Sera-Apps takes the credit with this root. Great jobs guys!

Source: JKMobile

Samsung Galaxy Tab Already Rooted! originally appeared on AndroidGuys.

Chinese manufacturer Huawei late yesterday said it was talking to carriers in Australia and New Zealand about local distribution of its new Ideos mobile phone, which runs the latest version of Google's Android operating system.

The Ideos (Credit: Huawei)

The Ideos comes in several models and runs Android 2.2, also known as Froyo. The handset features a 2.8-inch QVGA, 320x240 capacitive touchscreen, a 3.2-megapixel camera with dual-LED flash and will support 3G speeds of up to 7.2Mbps as well as 802.11n Wi-Fi. It also comes with GPS functionality for Google Maps navigation and supports SD cards of up to 16GB for additional storage.

"Huawei is currently in talks with Australian and New Zealand operators about local distribution," the company said in a statement issued overnight.

The Ideos will sell for between US$100 and US$200, although Huawei has not yet said what the phone will cost in Australia, nor what mobile telcos it is talking to regarding distribution.

On paper, the Ideos may not support Telstra's 850MHz Next G network, as the device is listed as supporting the 900MHz and 2100MHz device bands, but there is a possibility the handset could be customised to suit Next G due to Huawei's status as a global manufacturer.

Huawei also announced three additional Android-powered devices - its U8800, U8500 and U8300 models. However, it has not revealed plans to bring the handsets to the Australian market.

The news represents the first launch by Huawei of an Android handset in the Australian market, as well as a significant mobile phone push in general by the company, which has a strong handset presence in its home turf in China.

Up until this point Huawei has not focused on bringing its consumer line-up to Australia, preferring to work on larger deals for carrier network infrastructure behind the scenes.

It also comes as virtually every other handset manufacturer of note, apart from companies like Apple and Nokia which run their own operating systems on their phones, have recently started introducing waves of Android-based smartphones into the Australian market.

Even companies that have not traditionally focused on smartphones are getting into the game. Dell has been discussing its Streak mini-tablet with carriers, and Acer on Wednesday revealed plans to bring no less than five Android handsets to the local market.

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Beijing-based international online reseller LightInTheBox.com announced it has had two months of surprisingly strong sales of a seven-inch, $140 Android tablet. The aPad Android Tablet runs Android 1.6 -- with Android Market support -- on Samsung's ARM11-based 667MHz S3C6410, and offers 1GB of flash, an SD slot, Wi-Fi, and an 800 x 480-pixel screen, says the company....(author unknown)08685710927728711800

With all the news on the Samsung Tab today, most of you are probably wondering how much you’ll need to save up or order to get your hands on one.  Samsung was a bit hesitant to announce a retail price since they are going to be focusing their launch of the Tab with service providers across Europe, but that has not stopped third party retailers from posting up their own prices for the Android powered tablet. 

Currently, prices across mainland Europe are ranging from €699 ($890) to €799 ($1,020) and UK retaler Expansys is taking pre-orders for the Samsung Tab for £680 ($1,050), noting that the Tab will be available on October 11th. The price may appear pretty steep, but it is in line with what the 3G equipped iPad is going for across Europe.  We’d also like to remind you that the prices being listed include VAT (value added tax) which is right around the 19-20% mark.  While most Android fans seem more willing to pay a premium price for the best Android tablet, we’re pretty sure they will all scoff if the price tag is higher than what Apple is charging for the iPad. 

Those who are really interested in getting the Samsung Tab will most likely opt in on carrier discounts when the tablet is purchased with a qualifying monthly data plan, but we’re still hoping that Samsung will be launching a Wi-Fi only version of the Tab for those who simply can’t afford another monthly bill.  If these prices for the Galaxy Tab turn out to be real, we’d expect potential customers will simply settle for a competing Android tablet which may not all the features and polish that the Tab has to offer. 

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Back in the early 90's whilst playing our Atari Lynx -- friendless and alone, of course -- we couldn't have imagined that a second-rate spinoff of the popular Gauntlet franchise would unlock the secrets behind the birth of Google's Android OS. But, lo and behold, what has one of our faithful tipsters found down here, amongst the ruins of Gauntlet: The Third Encounter? That's right, nearly irrefutable proof that the Android team (or at least its graphic designers) have plumbed the depths of Epyx's not-quite-masterpiece for the iconic droid logo we've come to know and love. Sure, the top-down scroller provided all kinds of new character classes like the "Nerd," "Punkrocker," and "Pirate," but only one of these fresh faces would provide the blueprint for Android's public face. It's hard to argue that there isn't some level of appropriation here, given the multiple similarities between the two pieces of art, right down to the antennae, dotted eyes, general size and shape, and even the strip which cuts across the midsection of the bot. Oh yeah, and the character is named Android. We personally would like to hear what Google has to say for themselves in regards to this blatant theft of intellectual property, and as for the Epyx artists who slaved over a hot Amiga to bring this image to life -- the taste of sweet justice is yours.

Gallery: Android / Android transformation

[Thanks, Davey]

Continue reading Shocker! Google's Android logo boosted from Atari Lynx title 'Gauntlet: The Third Encounter'

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In a press release put out today, Mobile Security firm NetQin is reporting that through GetJar's pay per download ad campaign system, they have seen 100% growth in the US market for their product, as well as a 90% conversion rate from the ad campaign they are running.  If that sounds a bit confusing, it is understandable!  Simply put, NetQin has started a pay per download ad campaign with GetJar to get their Android app into U.S. users hands.  Of all the people that have seen those ads, 90% of them are BUYING the NetQin app.  What this tells us is that GetJar is doing something right in the constant battle of app discovery and marketing.  Those numbers are pretty impressive.

Some info from NetQin from the press release:

Founded in 2005, backed by Sequoia, Mayfield, Fidelity and Ceyuan VC, NetQin Mobile Inc. (refer to “NetQin” hereafter) is a global leader in mobile security services- holding 64.8% of the Chinese mobile security market (2010 H1 Whitepaper on China Mobile Security Market by Frost & Sullivan, August 2010). NetQin delivers proven mobile security solutions based on Cloud-client Computing Platform - including anti-virus, SMS-filter, anti-spyware, privacy protection and online virus scan- to more than 55 million users in more than 200 countries and regions worldwide. Our services provide users protection against mobile security threats, financial loss and privacy compromise. Backed by an R&D team of more than 180 highly-skilled professionals, NetQin owns multiple patented technologies and relentlessly delivers the technology advancements crucial to improving mobile security.

NetQin is a major player in the mobile security market in China, and wanted to penetrate the U.S. market, so turned to GetJar to see if that could happen. From the numbers listed above, I would say that they have had some success.

Google, I would be watching GetJar pretty closely, they are doing something here that you have been unable to do, even though you are the king of search. They have been able to get the right apps into the right users hands, giving devs that warm fuzzy feeling when they see their download totals go towards the sky. This is what the Android community wants to see, a Market that is both dev and user friendly.

Getjar Getting App Discovery/Conversion Right, Take Notice Google! originally appeared on AndroidGuys.

Although you suspect, that all 2.2 devices will be able to run Flash 10.1, Adobe says that is not always the case. Devices will be required to have minimum specs to be able to run the plug-in. Adobe’s website clearly shows that devices that have a VGA screen, need to at least be running a 550Mhz processor with hardware vector FPU support.

On top of that, displays that have WVGA need to have a dedicated Cortex A8 800MHz processor, also with the hardware vector FPU support. These listed devices should have support for Flash 10.1 currently, Google Nexus One, HTC EVO 4G, HTC Desire, and Motorola Droid, Droid 2 and Droid X. Even though most of the top end phones will have the option to have Flash run on them, there are still plenty of phones coming out later this year that will not meet the minimum specifications, Adobe has mentioned. We like to think it is probably better off anyways because Flash on a lower end device would not be the best user experience.

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Samsung’s Mobile Marketing head YH Lee has said that they plan on staying on board with Google and Android, over Windows Phone 7 and their own OS called Bada for the most part. This is probably a blow to Microsoft, being that Samsung has been one of their major handset partners in the past. This goes to show you, that the manufacturers want to be able to customize an already popular platform, to be relevant and at the same time differentiate themselves from the others. We would say this is for sure, that Samsung at no time, plans to stop putting their skins on top of Android.

With the sudden success of the Galaxy S phones and now the Galaxy Tab trying to get into the running, we can honestly say that we see where Samsung is coming from. It appears they have found the perfect OS to pair with–since Microsoft abandoned their old Windows Mobile platform to head to a platform that has less customizability. All in all this makes us happy because, this means more Samsung Android products for us in the future.

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Samsung isn't the only company announcing Android tablets today.  Toshiba just dropped the Android 2.2-powered Folio 100 on the world.  The specs read like a strong device, with its 1024 x 600 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen, Tegra 2 processor, and 16GB of built-in memory.  Other features, like the HDMI output, SD card slot, WiFi support, and 1.3 megapixel webcam would have you thinking this will be a force to be reckoned with. Sadly, that's not the vibe we're getting out of the early reports.We're gathering more of a mixed vibe with a lean towards the positive. 

Engadget says the Folio 100 is "less than the sum of its parts" and could redeem itself with a low price point.  At € 399 ($511 US) for the WiFi only tablet will have a hard time competing against the iPad and Samsung Galaxy Tab. Meanwhile, Slashgear seemed to enjoy their time with the device today, wishing that it would find its way to the United States.  Gizmodo was disappointed by the battery life, but did point out the three standards of webcam,  mini HDMI port, and USB 2.0 which are noticeably absent from the iPad.

*****PRESS RELEASE*****

Toshiba introduces its first Android based tablet computer

FOLIO 100 media tablet offers rich multimedia experience including Flash 10.1 support and features WLAN and Bluetooth
Neuss, Germany, 2nd September 2010 – Toshiba Europe GmbH today introduced its new media tablet FOLIO 100. The 25.7cm / 10.1'' personal media tablet is targeted at people looking for a 100% portable and versatile device that is always at hand for making the most of their digital life. The FOLIO 100 comes with a wide selection of apps and services dedicated to media consumption, web browsing and social networking, and offers a rich multimedia experience. Easy and enjoyable to use, the FOLIO 100 has a highly intuitive graphical interface developed by Toshiba to run on top of Android 2.2 (Froyo). The FOLIO 100 will be available during the fourth quarter of 2010 throughout Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Enjoy your digital life with your personal media tablet
"Our FOLIO 100 media tablet offers a seamless, easy-to-use experience across entertainment, social networking and mobile internet – anytime and anywhere", said Marco Perino, General Manager Digital Life Products and Services. Offering a wide range of connectivity options, the FOLIO 100 is equipped with an SD card slot, an HDMI® connector, USB 2.0, Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth®, while a Mobile Broadband (3G) ready version will follow soon.

Versatile multi-talent with a selection of useful applications
The FOLIO 100 ships with a wide selection of applications pre- installed: amongst them Opera Mobile (web browser), FBReader (e- book reader), Document To Go® (office suite), Evernote® (notes), Adobe® Flash 10.1 and Fring®, an app that in combination with the embedded webcam allows video calls with friends and family.

Let the music play... - downloads from Toshiba Market Place
The media tablet also features Toshiba Market Place, a service that offers easy access to various download choices for multimedia content, services and apps. Music Place, powered by 7Digital offers easy access to one of the widest catalogues of music and allows easy syncing to a choice of devices. Radio Place gives access to a wide selection of IP radio services. Through the App Place, users are able to download applications compatible to the Folio 100.

A powerful personal device with endurance
Although it is only 14mm slim and weighs only 760g, the FOLIO 100 still packs a powerful Nvidia® TegraTM 2 processor that offers a perfect balance between high performance and low battery consumption. A battery life of up to seven hours1 lets the tablet work for almost a full working day without the need of a power outlet. The instant-on functionality lets the tablet be operational within less than 30 seconds. A 16GB on-board storage hosts music, videos, photos, e- mails and other data and is even expandable via SD card.

Developer portal provides support for app optimisation
"We encourage users and developers to join our Folio 100 eco system to create and offer apps, games and other content for FOLIO 100", said Marco Perino. Toshiba already established a one-stop destination (www.toshibatouch.eu) for developers where they can get support to optimise their apps for the FOLIO100. "We also invite users to participate in the FOLIO community by suggesting ideas to developers to pursue," said Marco Perino.

Facts & Figures*

• CPU: Nvidia Tegra 2
• 25.7cm (10.1'') capacitive multitouch display with 1,024 x 600 pixels
• Based on Android 2.2 ? On-board storage capacity: 16 GB
• Bluetooth 2.1 +EDR, WLAN (802.11 b/g/n), Mobile Broadband (soon available in certain models and countries)
• DLNA® compatible
• 1xminiHDMI®,1xUSB 2.0 (client and hub), SD/MMC Card Reader
• Supports Adobe® Flash 10.1
• Rotation of displayed content on the screen by accelerometer
• Webcam with 1.3 MPixel
• Battery life: 7 hours (65% web browsing, 10% video playback, 25% standby)
• Weight: 760g
• Size: 281mm x 181mm x 14mm
• Software (excerpt): Opera Mobile, Toshiba Media Player, FBReader, Fring, Document to Go, Evernote

* depending on configuration and local availability

Toshiba Folio 100 Announced originally appeared on AndroidGuys.

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This week I had the privilege of receiving a XPERIA X10 from Sony to play with and review, man I love my job!  I have to admit that at first I was not super excited about the X10 as a handset, for the simple fact that it runs Android 1.6, which I moved on from sometime ago thanks to Cyanogen Mod.  I was expecting a very vanilla handset, but was pleasantly surprised.

I will let my video review do most of the talking, but I wanted to state upfront here, this is a nice handset.  It feels good in the hand, it is well made and the battery life is nothing short of incredible.  Seriously, I have not charged the unit for 3 days, and still have half a battery left.  I have used the unit moderately, but this is still a power sipping handset.  The one thing I did not cover in the video review is the specs for the phone, here they are:

• 1 GHz Snapdragon Processor
• 4.0-inch touchscreen display, 480 x 854 pixel resolution (WVGA)
• 8.1 MP Camera
• Android 1.6
• Google apps and search (not yahoo)

This unit is a bit of a sleeper in the Android platform fight, it is zippy, well made and easy to use.  The screen is nothing special, and it is certainly hurt by the lack of Android 2.1, but this is a great entry level unit for someone who is coming into the smartphone realm after a feature phone, or someone who is not looking to be a power user, but wants the functionality and flexibility of Android.

One last item, I made an error in my video review on the price, I said it was $99, but it is $149 on contract at AT&T, still a good deal if you ask me.

Don't overlook this handset like I initially did, it really is a nice offering from Sony/Ericcson.

Video Review of the Sony/Ericsson XPERIA X10 for AT&T originally appeared on AndroidGuys.

All this Android tablet talk here recently has made us want to get our hands on a lot of these devices, and that time is finally here. Toshiba’s Folio 100 compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Tab is one huge device. With that being said, we are a tad bit disappointed that it will not make it to the US. Beside that point, the tablet has a 10 inch display with 4 finger muliti-touch, and is powered by NVIDIA’s Tegra 2 chipset.

Though the device is big, it is very slim and wide screen movies and videos look beautiful on it. We did notice, on the bigger screen that Android was not completely ready for the large tablet prime time, however Toshiba has provided their workarounds to make the tablet more user friendly. Getting into the specifications, the Folio 100 is equipped with 16GB of internal storage, SD card slot, full size and mini USB ports, 3.5mm headphone jack, HDMI port, along with a web cam on front.

The back has a texturized grip to help you hold on to it and the battery life is supposed to last you around 7 hours. The Folio 100 will launch in Q4 of this year with Android 2.2, with a mention of it possibly being upgraded to 3.0 as early as Q1 of next year. The Folio will be priced at £329 ($505) and we can only hope that Toshiba might change their mind later and consider bringing this to the US market.

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Huawei announced four new Android phones today, including the entry-level IDEOS. Built with Android 2.2, the IDEOS is expected to be priced between $100 and $200 when it arrives in European, Asia-Pacific, North American and Latin American markets. We're waiting on Huawei to open up their dedicated page to learn the full details, but we do know a few goodies. There is WCDMA + WiFi dual network support as well as the capability to act as a WiFi router for up to eight devices at a time. The IDEOS will be available in black, yellow, blue, and purple when it drops.

“We are proud to have already achieved our goal from early 2010 of developing a US$150 smartphone with an excellent user experience. The IDEOS is an affordable option, designed to lower barriers to entry to allow easy mobile Internet access.”

In addion to the IDEOS, the other three models announced today are the U8800, U8500, and U8300.  They sound familiar...

The U8800 also runs Android 2.2, features a 3.8-inch screen, supports HSPA+ speeds of 14 Mb/s. The Android 2.1 powered U8500 comes with a 3.2-inch screen, an optical trackpad, HSPDA and WiFi support. Bringing up the rear, the U8300 features a QWERTY keyboard with a small "chocolate bar" design, and runs Android 2.1.

We'll be bringing you more details as we can uncover them!

Huawei Announces Android 2.2 Powered ‘IDEOS’ originally appeared on AndroidGuys.

We have gotten a chance to get our hands on another device at IFA-2010, which is a PMP player by Phillips called the GoGear Connect. First we will start by saying we are not quite sure why Phillps did not go ahead and make a phone out of this, maybe that is the next step for them. The PMP player is very much competition for the iPod Touch and the Zune and looks like it will be very competitive with both devices.

The device features a 3.2 inch capacitive display (lacking mulit-touch) and has storage options of 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB, along with an SD card slot that will support up to 32GB also. Should be great if you have a lot of music, you could have 64GB of storage if you wanted. The GoGear Connect will have full access to the market and runs Android 2.1 with Phillips media software, and is said to be upgraded to 2.2 in the near future. It will connect to the internet with Wi-Fi b/g/n, has Bluetooth 2.1 and USB 2.0, also included is a 2 megapixel camera that will shoot pictures and video

There is a speaker and microphone incorporated in that should allow you to make VoIP calls if you would like. GPS is available with Google Maps but does require an internet connection, so that would force you to tether the device if you wanted to use it for navigation on the go. The device seemed to be pretty snappy with a little lag here and there, and a crash or two, but these are demo units and that is to be expected.

A trackball was included in this device, which is something we do not see a lot of anymore, and looks very nice with its aluminum outfit it wears up to the screen. Pricing for the player is set to start off at €249 ($320) and is a little pricey we were thinking. We will surely get a review unit and have more hands on info for you, but right now go ahead and check out the hands-on pictures and video.

[via SlashGear]

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